2003 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 AC Aceca.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Aceca | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |